Practical Nursing Information Packet
Practical Nursing Career Grant Pathway Information
Open application period
For a Spring Semester PN program start date, the application is open July1–October 1.
- Applications received by September 1 will have priority acceptance.
- ATI TEAS exam must be complete by October 1.
For a Fall Semester PN program start date, apply during December 1–March 1.
- Applications received by February 15 will have priority acceptance.
- ATI TEAS exam must be complete by March 1.
The Practical Nursing (PN) program uses a selective process and there is no wait list for this program. Completing the prerequisite courses does not guarantee acceptance into the program.
If you are not an admitted and registered student at SCTCC, apply to SCTCC as a Pre-Practical Nursing (PN) student and submit official transcripts prior to completing the Practical Nursing (PN) application.
SCTCC Application
Practical Nursing Program Application
Career Grant Pathway Application
- Gain acceptance to the college in the “AA/Pre-Practical Nursing” major
- Apply online
- There is no application fee to apply to SCTCC.
- Submit high school transcript
- Required if graduated high school 5 or fewer years ago
- If the language of the record is not English, a certified translation must be included with the official transcript
- Submit official college transcript from ALL colleges previously attended
- If the language or record is not English, a certified course-by-course evaluation that includes GPA and course levels must be provided
- Submit Accuplacer, ACT, SAT, or MCA test scores
- Or schedule a time to take the Accuplacer exam at SCTCC or a location near you
Please refer to the Practical Nursing Information Packet for detailed program requirements.
Access the Practical Nursing Program application
Access the Practical Nursing Career Grant Pathway application
- Apply for admission to the Practical Nursing program.
- Submit ALL official college transcripts not previously provided
- Take the TEAS Exam: ATI TEAS Exam Information
Due to the competitive nature of the Practical Nursing program, admissions processes are highly selective. Applicants are ranked utilizing a point-based rubric. Non-accepted applicants are encouraged to reapply during the next program application period or to consult with an academic advisor to learn about alternative program options.
Please contact our Admissions office with any questions.
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